DrillSaw Sports 400™ System
User’s Guide
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Sterilization
Sterilization is to be performed following cleaning, disinfection, and sterile packaging prior
to use.
After sterilization in the autoclave, let the accessory device cool down slowly.
NEVER force the cooling of the handpiece or accessories. This will damage the
electronic components and seals.
Place all the components in the instrument tray. While you may use filtered
trays, it is recommended that you use one of the Arthrex approved instrument
trays. If you are using a filtered tray, please observe the manufacturer’s
recommendations for that filtered tray.
Packaging should be completed utilizing a pouch or wrap which conforms to the
recommended specifications for steam sterilization as outlined below. If a wrap is
utilized, it should be completed following AAMI double-wrap or equivalent
guidelines with an appropriate wrap (cleared by the FDA or the local governing
body).
Only Arthrex devices should be included in the trays. These validated instructions
are not applicable to trays that include devices not intended to be used with Arthrex
trays.
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Approved Sterilization - Handpiece, Attachments, Aseptic
Battery Housing and Aseptic Transfer Kit
Local or national specifications should be followed where steam sterilization
requirements are stricter or more conservative than those listed in the table below.
Sterilizers vary in design and performance characteristics. Cycle parameters and the
load configuration should always be verified against the sterilizer manufacturer’s
instructions.
RECOMMENDED STEAM STERILIZATION PARAMETERS
Cycle Type
Minimum Exposure
Temperature
Minimum Exposure
Time
Minimum Drying
Time
Pre-Vacuum
132°C (270°F)
4 minutes
30 minutes
Gravity-Displacement
132°C (270°F)
30 minutes
30 minutes
